Centennial Park
Maryland · Northeast
About This Location
Centennial Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Mallard among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Swainson's Thrush
Catharus ustulatus
Trumpeter Swan
Cygnus buccinator
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Contopus cooperi
Northern Bobwhite
Colinus virginianus
Tricolored Heron
Egretta tricolor
Gray-cheeked Thrush
Catharus minimus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
Mallard
Chimney Swift
Double-crested Cormorant
Green Heron
Great Egret
Great Blue Heron
Eastern Kingbird
Blue Jay
Fish Crow
Carolina Chickadee
Tree Swallow
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Barn Swallow
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher
Carolina Wren
Northern Mockingbird
Eastern Bluebird
American Goldfinch
Birding Tips
- 1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
- 2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
- 3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
Amenities
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